Manager/Senior Manager, Strategic Intelligence

The Manager/Senior Manager, Strategic Intelligence (Competitive Intelligence) will provide high-value competitive intelligence and evidence-based recommendations to support business development and strategic decision-making. As part of the Strategic Intelligence team, this role will be responsible for designing and executing competitive intelligence research and analysis of competitors, market shifts, industry trends and external forces shaping the legal and professional services landscape. The ideal candidate will bring deep legal services sector knowledge, refined analytical capability and a proven record to support practice development decisions, client-focused initiatives and strategic decision support.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with the Strategic Intelligence Director to lead competitive intelligence research and analysis and produce strategic reports on key competitors, market shifts and emerging industry trends and opportunities.

• Monitor industry and regulatory developments affecting the legal services market, identifying implications and recommended actions.

• Produce concise, high impact briefing materials and executive level reports to support strategic planning, business development, innovation and investment decisions.

• Develop and maintain competitive intelligence framework and research methodologies, including internal and external data sources, tracking systems, and reporting workflows.

• Conduct competitive market benchmarking, opportunity assessment, client portfolio analysis and white-space research.

• Support strategic projects related to growth initiatives, lateral hiring analysis, geographic expansion and product / service development.

• Ensure compliance with ethical and professional standards in competitive intelligence activities.

• While not directly leading a team, engage in coaching, mentoring and developing competitive intelligence skills and capabilities across the Strategic Intelligence team.  

Required Skills and Experience:

• 6-10 years of experience in competitive intelligence, research / analysis or strategic planning within a law firm or professional services environment.

• Proven track record producing intelligence deliverables that directly inform senior-level strategic decisions. 

• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and deep knowledge of the legal services industry including business models, client dynamics, industry terminology, competitors and competitive environment.

• Expert analytical, critical thinking, and synthesis skills, with the ability to work with large data sets and advanced data visualization, and convert complex data into meaningful insights

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create high-quality, executive ready materials, content and dashboards. Demonstrated success in senior roles presenting insights to senior stakeholders, and alignment with business development objectives.

• Strong project and program management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines

• High ethical standards and understanding of competitive intelligence best practices and legal boundaries

• Demonstrated experience in team development, including mentoring and developing junior members of the team, and fostering a collaborative team environment. 

• Outstanding interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to lead effectively and foster collaboration across teams and departments. 

• Proficient in utilizing advanced research tools, GenAI capabilities and data platforms, including Capital IQ, PitchBook, Refinitiv, Bloomberg, and other market intelligence tools, as well as MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel). 

Preferred 

• Curious, strategic mindset with a passion for understanding market dynamics and business strategy.

• Self-starter able to build intelligence frameworks and able to succeed in a sophisticated, fast paced environment.

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree required 

Preferred 

• Master’s degree, MBA, JD or equivalent

Salary Information

NY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $200,000 to $250,000 at the time of posting.

The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the l